dessert
Translation
dessert, pudding, sweet, afters
Examples
What's for dessert tonight?
What's for dessert tonight?
I would like a chocolate dessert.
I would like a chocolate dessert.
Grammar Patterns
(sth.) for ((dessert)) We had ice cream for dessert.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sweet, pudding, afters; Antonyms: appetizer, starter
Etymology
From French 'desservir' meaning 'to clear the table'. Dessert is served after the main course is cleared.
Memory Tips
Remember 'dessert' has two 's's because you always want more! 'Desert' (with one 's') is a dry place.